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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Peoria

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) oversees assisted living facilities in Peoria. Licensed facilities must meet the standards outlined in the Illinois Administrative Code. The IDPH conducts an unannounced inspection of each facility at least once per year. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Peoria

  • Retiring in Peoria comes with some tax advantages. Illinois doesn’t tax Social Security benefits, and it also doesn’t tax income from most retirement plans, including 401(k)s and IRAs. For seniors with taxable retirement income, the state applies a flat tax of 4.95%.
  • Peoria is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, indicating its elected officials are committed to making the city more senior-friendly. The city’s action plan includes revitalizing neighborhoods, improving public transit and inviting input from older residents.
  • Seniors can look forward to an affordable retirement in Peoria. Overall, the city’s cost of living is about 20% lower than the Illinois average and about 25% lower than the national norm. While low housing costs are a major factor, seniors may pay below-average prices for everything from transportation to groceries.
  • In the event of injury or illness, the Peoria area is home to a number of healthcare facilities, including some that are well-rated by U.S. News and World Report. Peoria’s OSF Healthcare St. Francis Medical Center is ranked 13th-best hospital in the state; it’s rated high performing in 10 procedures and conditions, including heart attack, stroke and hip replacement. UnityPoint Health-Peoria is also a high-performing hospital.
  • Greater Peoria Mass Transit (CityLink) operates 23 bus routes throughout the region. These routes can help seniors access many important destinations, including grocery stores, shopping centers and the Peoria Public Library. With proof of age, riders who are 65 and older pay half-price fares. All buses are wheelchair accessible.
  • Peoria experiences four distinct seasons every year, which lets seniors pursue varied outdoor activities. Wintertime highs hover around the freezing mark, and the city sees nearly two feet of snow per year. Springtime in Peoria tends to be mild and wet, and when summer arrives, average daytime highs reach into the 80s. Autumn weather tends to be mild with few rainy days.

Paying for Assisted Living in Peoria

Peoria’s assisted living prices are relatively affordable at $3,800 per month, Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey revealed. This is nearly 17% lower than the statewide average cost of $4,575 per month and about 11% below the U.S. average of $4,300. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Peoria boasts the lowest average monthly assisted living costs in Central Illinois. In the Champaign Area, seniors pay $4,163 per month, while in Decatur, the average cost is $4,269. Costs are even higher in Springfield and Bloomington, where seniors pay $4,860 and $4,968 per month, respectively.

Peoria

$3,800

Illinois

$4,575

The United States

$4,300

Champaign Area

$4,163

Decatur

$4,269

Springfield

$4,860

Bloomington

$4,968

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living isn’t the only senior care option in Peoria. Seniors may choose to receive care in their own homes, though at $4,385 per month, homemaker services and home health aides are pricier than assisted living. For those who need weekday-only care, adult day health care comes in at $1,760 per month. The 24/7 skilled care provided by nursing homes starts at $6,737 per month for a semiprivate room and $7,604 for a private room.

Homemaker Services

$4,385

Home Health Aide

$4,385

Adult Day Health Care

$1,760

Assisted Living Facility

$3,800

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,737

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,604

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Peoria

In Illinois, the HCBS Medicaid Waiver for Supportive Living Facilities helps pay for services in some assisted living communities, but it does not pay for room and board.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Financial Assistance in Illionois

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Peoria

In the Peoria area, nonprofit organizations and government agencies offer many free or low-cost resources for older adults considering a move to assisted living. These varied resources include transportation services, assisted device loans, volunteer opportunities and help with veterans benefits.

ResourceContactService
Central Illinois Agency on Aging(309) 674-2071The Central Illinois Agency on Aging (CIAOA) offers information about local aging services and benefits, including farmers market vouchers and free bus passes. It also provides transportation services for seniors who have no other way to get around Peoria. Seniors may take trips to and from doctors’ offices, pharmacies, grocery stores and other essential destinations. Other CIAOA offerings include fall prevention classes, depression screenings and legal services.
Illinois Assistive Technology Program(217) 522-7985Located in nearby Springfield, the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) works to increase access to assistive technology devices. Seniors can visit its demonstration center to learn about available devices, including screen readers and personal amplification systems. Through IATP’s free device loan program, seniors can test items at home for five weeks. 
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Peoria and Tazewell Counties(309) 323-6600The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Peoria and Tazewell Counties connects people 55 years of age and older with volunteer roles. It works with nearly two dozen local organizations, including schools, hospitals and food pantries. Volunteers are covered by free supplemental accident, automobile and personal liability insurance while they’re on duty. 
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Bradley University(309) 677-3900The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) offers low-cost educational programs for people 50 years of age and older. It hosts study groups for seniors who want to explore subjects such as literature and painting in depth. OLLI also schedules field trips to interesting destinations. Past trips include guided tours of local farms, wineries and historic sites. 
Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, Peoria Veterans Service Officer(309) 671-3080The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs helps seniors navigate the various local, state and federal veterans benefits available to them. It also provides free legal assistance and may help veterans with issues related to VA benefits, housing or other non-criminal matters. To learn more or to get help, seniors can contact the local Veterans Service Officer.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Peoria

Peoria-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Illionois

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Selma

I visited this facility

Review of Heartis Village Peoria

The apartments at Heartis Village Peoria were pretty good. They had 2-bedroom apartments. I think they had quite a bit of craft for activities. The staff who toured us around was nice. They should...

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Mary

I visited this facility

Review of Lutheran Hillside Village

Lutheran Hillside Village was the one I liked. They had a dinner-type thing. They had advanced care or recuperating care, too. The people were friendly, and it felt very relaxed. They had a...

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Assisted Living

unfortunate circumstances

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Grande Regency of Peoria

No variety of fresh fruits or vegetables. Little variety of meal options no matter if breakfast, lunch or dinner. Very small meals for my father, and no leftovers. However, the staff helps...

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